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Romantic Fantasy
Romantic fantasy, or "romantasy", is a Genre, subgenre of fantasy fiction that combines fantasy and Romance novel, romance, describing a fantasy story using many of the elements and conventions of the chivalric romance genre. One of the key features of romantic fantasy involves the focus on relationships, social, political, and romantic. Romantic fantasy has been published by both fantasy lines and romance lines. As a result of the financial success of authors such as Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros in the 2000s, publishers created Imprint (trade name), imprints to focus on this subgenre. Some publishers distinguish between "romantic fantasy" where the fantasy elements is most important and "fantasy romance" where the romance are most important. Others say that "the borderline between fantasy romance and romantic fantasy has essentially ceased to exist, or if it's still there, it's moving back and forth constantly". Game historian Stu Horvath noted, "the heroes and heroines of rom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Genre
Genre () is any style or form of communication in any mode (written, spoken, digital, artistic, etc.) with socially agreed-upon conventions developed over time. In popular usage, it normally describes a category of literature, music, or other forms of art or entertainment, based on some set of stylistic criteria, as in literary genres, film genres, music genres, comics genres, etc. Often, works fit into multiple genres by way of borrowing and recombining these conventions. Stand-alone texts, works, or pieces of communication may have individual styles, but genres are amalgams of these texts based on agreed-upon or socially inferred conventions. Some genres may have rigid, strictly adhered-to guidelines, while others may show great flexibility. The proper use of a specific genre is important for a successful transfer of information ( media-adequacy). Critical discussion of genre perhaps began with a classification system for ancient Greek literature, as set out in Aristotle' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Iron Flame
''Iron Flame'' is a 2023 new adult romantic fantasy novel by American author Rebecca Yarros. It is the second book in the ''Empyrean'' series, a planned five-book series. Background The second installment in the ''Empyrean'' series was released on November 7, 2023. Yarros took to Instagram to announce the title and release date of the second installment of the ''Empyrean'' series two days after ''Fourth Wing''’s release. Three months before ''Iron Flame'' hit shelves, TODAY.com posted an exclusive 500-word teaser excerpt. The storyline continues where the first book ended. Violet has to use the abilities she learned during Threshing at Basgiath War College and achieve her true power, even though the vice commandant is determined to show her how weak she is. Plot Set immediately after the events of '' Fourth Wing'', Violet Sorrengail learns that her brother Brennan, operating under an alias, is alive and a lieutenant colonel in a secret rebellion headquartered in Aretia th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mercedes Lackey Bibliography
This is a list of books by Mercedes Lackey, arranged by collection. Valdemar universe Some of the trilogies follow on chronologically from each other, while others are set a considerable number of years apart from the others—overall the books span some 2500 years. ''The Mage Wars'' Co-written with Larry Dixon, these are set in pre-history, some 2500 years before the ''Heralds of Valdemar'' trilogy. They describe the events which set off ''The Mage Storms''. It involves gryphons, creatures created by the mage Urtho (Mage of Silence). The co-protagonists are Skandranon Rashkae, a princely but proud ebony gryphon, and Amberdrake, a Healer of spirit and mind called a kestra'chern. # ''The Black Gryphon'' (1994) # ''The White Gryphon'' (1995) # ''The Silver Gryphon'' (1996) ''The Founding of Valdemar'' The story is about the Baron Kordas Valdemar fleeing with his people the oppressive Eastern Empire and founding the kingdom of Valdemar in the western wilds. The trilogy takes p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Catherine Asaro
Catherine Ann Asaro (born November 6, 1955) is an American science fiction and fantasy author, singer and teacher. She is best known for her books about the Ruby Dynasty, called the Saga of the Skolian Empire. Biography Catherine Asaro was born on November 6, 1955, in Oakland, California, and grew up in El Cerrito, California. She attended Kennedy High School in Richmond, California, as part of the Richmond Voluntary Integration Plan. She has a B.S. with highest honors in chemistry from UCLA, and both a master's in physics and a PhD in chemical physics from Harvard University. When not writing and making appearances at conventions and signings, Asaro teaches math, physics, and chemistry. She was director of the Chesapeake Math Program and has coached various nationally ranked teams with home, private, and public school students, in particular the Chesapeake teams for national tournaments such as the Princeton and Harvard-MIT competitions. She also taught a gifted program i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Catherine Asaro Bibliography
This is the bibliography of American space opera and hard science fiction author Catherine Asaro. Bibliography Saga of the Skolian Empire Reading order by date of publication Note that the stories were published in a non-chronological sequence, from the perspective of the characters. # ''Primary Inversion'' (1995), rewritten version available online in Baen Free Library (2008–2012) #* "Light and Shadow" (novelette appearing in ''Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Analog'', ed. Stanley Schmidt) (1994) # ''Catch the Lightning'' (1996) # ''The Last Hawk'' (1997) # ''The Radiant Seas'' (1999) #* ''Aurora in Four Voices'' (novella appearing in ''Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Analog'', ed. Stanley Schmidt) (1998) # ''Ascendant Sun'' (2000) #* ''A Roll of the Dice'' (novella appearing in ''Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Analog'', ed. Stanley Schmidt) (2000) # ''The Quantum Rose'' (2000) (also serialized in ''Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Analog'', ed. Stanley Schmidt) (1999 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tamora Pierce
Tamora Pierce (born December 13, 1954) is an American writer of fantasy fiction for teenagers, known best for stories featuring young heroines. She made a name for herself with her first book series, '' The Song of the Lioness'' (1983–1988), which followed the main character Alanna through the trials and triumphs of training as a knight. Pierce won the Margaret A. Edwards Award from the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) of the American Library Association in 2013, citing her two quartets '' Song of the Lioness'' and '' Protector of the Small'' (1999–2002). The annual award recognizes one writer and a particular body of work for "significant and lasting contribution to young adult literature". Pierce's books have been translated into twenty languages. Early life and education Pierce was born in South Connellsville, Pennsylvania in Fayette County, on December 13, 1954 to Wayne and Mary Lou Pierce. Her mother wanted to name her "Tamara" but the nurse who fil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Immortals (series)
''The Immortals'' quartet, by Tamora Pierce, is the story of Veralidaine Sarrasri (known as Daine), an orphan with an unusual talent: she can speak with animals. Books # '' Wild Magic'' # '' Wolf-Speaker'' # '' Emperor Mage'' # '' The Realms of the Gods'' Brief summary The orphan Daine applies for a job that takes her and her trusty pony Cloud from her birthcountry of Galla to the kingdom of Tortall. Here she finds a new life and a new family, and learns that she has the magical ability known as "Wild Magic", which enables her to speak to animals, heal them, and take their shape as well as bend them to her will. She makes friends with a lineup of characters and creatures, including the black-robe mage Numair Salmalin, a young dragon named Skysong (nicknamed Kitten), the legendary Lioness, Alanna of Trebond, King Jonathan, and Queen Thayet of Tortall. Characters Main *Veralidaine "Daine" Sarrasri: The main character of the quartet, she is a young woman possessing "wild magic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Twilight (novel Series)
''Twilight'' is a series of four Vampire literature, vampiric-fantasy romance, fantasy romance novels, two companion novels, and one novella written by American author Stephenie Meyer. Released annually from 2005 through 2008, the four novels chart the later teen years of Bella Swan, a girl who moves to Forks, Washington, from Phoenix, Arizona and falls in love with a 104-year-old vampire named Edward Cullen. The series is told primarily from Bella's point of view, with the epilogue of ''Eclipse (Meyer novel), Eclipse'' and the second part of ''Breaking Dawn'' being told from the viewpoint of character Jacob Black, a werewolf. A novella, ''The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner'', which tells the story of a newborn vampire who appeared in ''Eclipse'', was published on 2010. ''The Twilight Saga: The Official Illustrated Guide'', a definitive encyclopedic reference with nearly 100 full color illustrations, was released in bookstores in 2011. In 2015, Meyer published a new novel in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shelby Mahurin
Shelby Mahurin is an American young adult fiction author, best known for writing the ''Serpent & Dove'' trilogy. Early life Mahurin grew up on a small farm in rural Indiana. She attended Turkey Run High School in Marshall, Indiana. She lives near her childhood home with her husband, children and pets. Career Mahurin's debut novel ''Serpent & Dove'' debuted at #2 on ''The New York Times'' bestseller list. It was the Barnes & Noble Barnes & Noble Booksellers is an American bookseller with the largest number of retail outlets in the United States. The company operates approximately 600 retail stores across the United States. Barnes & Noble operates mainly through its B ... YA Book Club selection for September 2019. Works ''Serpent & Dove'' series * * * ''The Scarlet Veil'' series * ''The Scarlet Veil''. HarperTeen. 2023. * ''The Shadow Bride''. to be published on 2025. References External links Official website [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Folk Of The Air (series)
''The Folk of the Air'' is a young adult fantasy book series by Holly Black, published by Little Brown Books for Young Readers. The story follows the journey of mortal girl, Jude Duarte, and faerie prince, Cardan Greenbriar, as they navigate the world of hate, betrayal, and contempt along with feelings for each other. The series is a ''New York Times'' Best Seller. Series ''The Cruel Prince'' (2018) is the first book in the series. It follows Jude Duarte, a mortal girl living in Elfhame, a faerie world. Swept against her will to Elfhame, Jude and her twin sister, Taryn must adapt to living alongside powerful creatures with a deep disdain for humans and a penchant for violent delights while also figuring out her feelings for faerie prince Cardan Greenbriar. ''A Visit to the Impossible Lands'' (2018) is a companion short story told from the perspective of Kaye and Roiben from the '' Modern Tale of Faerie'' series as they witness the events of ''The Cruel Prince'' unfold. The sto ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stephanie Garber
Stephanie Garber is an American author of young adult fiction known for the ''Caraval'' trilogy. Writing career Garber was a college resident director when she began writing in her spare time. She wrote several novels and received many rejections until her fourth book, a space opera, caught the interest of a literary agent. When the space opera failed to sell, Garber wrote ''Caraval''. Garber has stated that she did not intend for ''Caraval'' to be the first book in a series or to be a romance when she started writing it. Two sequels, ''Legendary'' and ''Finale'', complete the ''Caraval'' trilogy. Her books have received mixed critical reception. ''Caraval'' received a starred review from ''Publishers Weekly'', which stated, "intriguing characters, an imaginative setting, and evocative writing combine to create a spellbinding tale of love, loss, sacrifice, and hope", while Caitlin Paxson of NPR wrote that "ultimately, the message of ''Caraval'' ends up muddled." ''Caraval'' w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Ten Thousand Doors Of January
''The Ten Thousand Doors of January'' is a 2019 fantasy novel by Alix E. Harrow. It is the Hugo Award-nominated writer's debut novel. Plot synopsis At the beginning of the 20th century, January Scaller lives in a big mansion with her guardian, Cornelius Locke. What may seem to be a privileged existence is marred by the strict rules imposed on the red-skinned girl, the meager living quarters assigned to her, and the fact that her father, Julian, who works for Locke, is almost never around. When she was seven, January discovered a magic door, which was then destroyed. Her guardian convinces her it was only her imagination, and determines to raise her to be a "proper" lady. Locke entertains his fellows from the New England Archeological Society, and these men treat January as a curiosity, sometimes making her feel vaguely threatened. January often explores the artifacts kept throughout the mansion, convinced her father—who is distant even when he is home from hunting special art ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
